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04/09/2026

A sergeant attached to the Secunda Flying Squad was arrested this morning as he arrived for duty at the Police Station.

He is expected to appear at the Bethal Magistrate's Court on September 7.

04/09/2026

Lifestyle | These six spring tips will set up your roses for a hot and possibly dry summer if El Niño kicks in.

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04/09/2026

author Kesegie Maphumulo (40) has released a devotional book, 7 Life Lessons to Remember from the Book of Genesis.

What began as a personal Bible study journey has become a published devotional for Secunda resident Kesegie Maphumulo, whose new book, 7 Life Lessons to Remember from the Book of Genesis, shares seven faith-based lessons inspired by Scripture and her own life experiences.

04/09/2026

Caxton Netwerk-nuus | ’n Voormalige polisiekolonel se betrokkenheid by die verdwyning van sowat 2 000 vuurwapens uit polisiebewaring laat nuwe vrae onstaan oor hoe wapens wat deur die staat beheer word, opgespoor en vernietig kan word.

Lees meer hier: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/99-van-moorde-met-onwettige-vuurwapens-gepleeg-tlu-eis-rekenskap-van-staat/

04/09/2026

Govan Mbeki Municipality is seeking approval to write off more than R4.3m in overtime overpayments after an incorrectly configured formula in its Payday payroll system resulted in employees being paid the wrong rate for Sunday work.

The error was identified by the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) during its audit of the municipality’s 2024/25 annual financial statements.

04/09/2026

Fact Check Friday | A weekly series

Can the ink used to mark your ballot really disappear?

This claim circulated during the 2024 elections and was debunked. Yet election misinformation has a habit of coming back.

Before you believe or share an election claim, stop and check the source.

04/09/2026

Caxton Network News | A vehicle-spiking victim in Pretoria was found safe after a drone located him during an extensive search, following an attack by an armed gang.

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03/09/2026

Network sport | After a standout performance at a water polo competition in Croatia, a KZN learner is on to her next challenge as she represents the SA Schools Netball Team in Zimbabwe.

Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/network-sport/2026/09/03/durban-teen-scores-12-goals-at-water-polo-world-championship/

03/09/2026

Caxton Network News | A man is expected to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court after he was found with suspected co***ne concealed inside his luggage.

Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/alleged-drug-mule-headed-to-hong-kong-arrested-at-or-tambo-airport/

03/09/2026

Homes | The dirtier, darker and more neglected a house, the more excited a property flipper gets.

Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/homes/2026/09/03/west-rand-property-flipper-buys-the-worst-house-on-the-street-and-then-turns-it-into-a-dream-home/